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Diver found dead on sea floor

A scuba diver was discovered on the sea floor near Red Rocks in Wellington by another diver.

Kia ora: Makara

The community's spirit and their pet eels are a source of pride in this town, discovers Elisabeth Easther.

Martinborough: The main squeeze

Martinborough offers 25 wineries, good tucker and a buzzy nightlife.

Cape Palliser: Illuminating views

A roadtrip to Palliser Bay can take a traveller's breath away, writes Richard Moore.

'Suspicious package' no bomb, police confirm

Bustling Lambton Quay was cordoned off between Panama St and Grey St after a suspected explosive device was found outside a McDonalds at about 2.30pm yesterday.

Bernard Hickey: The loan stats that should frighten you

In 1992 banks and borrowers were as risk-averse, writes Bernard Hickey. Fast forward to 2015 and the mathematics are on another planet.

No ratepayer funds on panda plan, says mayor

It was reported last month that Wellington City Council would look at a business case for bringing the animals from China to Wellington Zoo.

Woman on the run after removing home detention bracelet

Hutt Valley police have issued a warrant for the arrest of Renee Kathleen Sargent. She is described as a 1.65m tall, thin build, with dyed blonde hair.

Kia ora: Titahi Bay

Colourful boatsheds set the scene at friendly Titahi Bay, finds Elisabeth Easther.

Recovered yacht towed back to harbour

A yacht which came into trouble in seas outside Wellington this morning is being towed into Wellington Harbour.

Kirkcaldie owners OK David Jones takeover

Multi-car crash in Wellington, one in serious condition

Emergency services were called to the scene of a three-car crash on Haywards Hill at 6.20pm.

Capital's big birthday bash

Wellington celebrated its 150th birthday in style last night, with festivities that included a Capital 150 concert and a spectacular light and sound display.

The Martinborough Hotel

Shandelle Battersby checks in to a charming hotel in the Wairarapa's wine district.

15 reasons to love Welly

Wellington celebrates its 150th birthday this weekend. To celebrate, we've come up with 15 reasons to love the windy city - one for every decade.

Bus driver suspended after allegedly kicking mother off bus

A young woman at the centre of a dispute with a bus driver who allegedly kicked her and her baby off a bus, says she is at ease knowing the driver is off the road for the time being.

Wellington's big weekend out

Next weekend will provide Wellingtonians with three wonderful days of celebration regardless of the wet weather forecast to hit the capital city.

Man on run after sex attack

Police are looking for the man after he attacked a female while she was walking in Wellington.